CPT has limited funds available to assist applicants who otherwise couldn't participate. CPT is committed to undoing racism and will give preference in funding assistance to applicants from communities which have been disadvantaged by racism. Apply here for a Delegations Scholarship.

Delegation participants seek to:

Understand conflict through visits with grassroots leaders, community members,
church and human rights workers, legislators and officials

Encourage individuals and communities experiencing violence

Challenge violations of human rights

Promote active nonviolence as a means of settling disputes

Support movement towards nonviolent social change through listening, public
witness, prayer vigils, dialogue

Reduce violence through an international presence in affected communities/areas

Connect their own churches and communities with the work of nonviolence

CPT seeks individuals with:

Interest and/or experience in international human
rights work

Commitment to and/or experience in nonviolent action

Commitment to undoing oppressions

Willingness to engage in public witness, vigils and
worship

Openness to participate in daily periods of team
worship and reflection

Physical stamina for long days. Some physical rigors are involved with most delegations.

Participants should be prepared to:

prepare for the trip by becoming familiar with
conditions in the region

spend 7 to 14 days with a CPT team and local partners

communicate their experiences to local congregations,
groups and media upon return

raise money to cover costs of the trip

Fundraising Expectation

Delegates are expected to raise
a specific amount to cover the costs of the delegation. The amount
covers round-trip airfare from a designated US or Canadian city (except as noted), all in-country
travel, simple accommodations, two-to-three meals per day, honorariums and other delegation
fees. (Individuals who plan to travel from other than the US or Canada, please contact the CPT office for details.)